Zhang Yan Lin

Prof. Zhang Yan Lin is a nephrologist at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He is the Deputy Chairperson of the Nephrology Branch at the Asia-Pacific Academy of Medical and Biological Immunology. Dr. Zhang participates in clinical practice, teaching, and medical research.

Clinical Specialization

Dr. Zhang specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disorders. He treats chronic glomerulonephritis, IgA nephropathy, and nephrotic syndrome. The doctor also treats renal impairment caused by systemic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and lupus.

Dr. Zhang provides renal replacement therapies to support patients with kidney failure. These include:

• Hemodialysis (HD)
• Peritoneal dialysis (PD)
• Therapeutic apheresis and plasma exchange
• Immunoadsorption and cell therapy

Academic Research and Achievements

Dr. Zhang has led multiple research projects in China. This work helps develop new ways to treat chronic renal failure and vasculitis-related impairment. His research portfolio includes:

• Principal Investigator for a Fujian Provincial NSFC project.
• Lead researcher for two Xiamen Municipal Key Scientific Projects.
• Participant in two National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects.
• Chief editor of one academic monograph and co-editor of three others.
• Author of more than 30 publications, including six papers in SCI-indexed journals.

Professional Background

Dr. Zhang is the Leading Expert of Nephrology at Xiamen Humanity Hospital. He previously practiced at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xiamen University. He is active in several national and regional medical governing bodies.

Professional Appointments

• Deputy Chairperson – Asia-Pacific Academy of Medical and Biological Immunology, Nephrology Branch
• Deputy Chairperson – Chinese Medical Association, Internal Medicine Immunoadsorption Group
• Standing Committee Member – China Non–Public Medical Institutions Association, Dialysis Committee
• Standing Committee Member – East China Regional Nephrology Cooperation Committee